Service Finance Analyst

Overview Rapiscan Systems is an industry leader in detection technology, providing cargo and vehicle inspection systems and services for ports, borders, military, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints to help customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. We offer a broad array of scanning system configurations that leverage low-, medium-, and high-energy X-ray technology—or multiple X-ray technologies—to address each customer’s unique security application requirements. Our commitment to excellence in imaging performance, innovative design, and uncompromising quality ensures our solutions consistently deliver best-in-class imaging, high reliability, and operator satisfaction, to help customers find threats and contraband with ease and confidence. Overview of role: The Service FA is responsible for reporting and analysing the EMEA Service P&L (Profit & Loss) throughout the financial year. This includes monthly forecast reviews as well as periodic reporting such as bookings, backlog and OPEX trends. The role will report into the regional team based in Salfords, UK and provide direct support to the Service leadership team to deliver our financial goals. Responsibilities Work with Finance to support the monthly forecast & review it with service management Work with Finance to support the annual budget & review it with service management Review service jobs to ensure they are posted timely and into the correct location. Report on service job activity to Service management including reviewing the costs for trends and profitability by contract. Review the service backlog report to ensure it is correct and aged properly Detailed analysis of expense reports to help service management understand their spending, including: travel, overtime, outside services and freight. Work with managers to have invoices for suppliers processed on time Actively participate in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis; including process improvement activities in Finance Develop and track key operating performance metrics as well as make specific recommendations as to cost control/containment and profit improvement Assist in the preparation of the monthly and semi-annual call package to OSI Review outside services spend to compare profitability of service contracts, rates charged by outside firms are correct and consistent across regions, aid in analysis of when to hire in-country vs use outside labor. Uphold the Company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork. Demonstrate behavior consistent with the Company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct. It is the responsibility of every Rapiscan Systems employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem. Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business. Flexible Working, to support US and APAC Qualifications Self-motivated, dedicated and pro-active member of the team supporting the furthering of the standards of the department and finding solutions that fit the business, with a commitment to getting the job done. Diligent, enthusiastic, and driven, with an excellent work ethic, and a “can do” attitude. Hands on contributor that is meticulous with the detail, and is comfortable with dealing with large bodies of data. Good interpersonal skills and understanding of organisations, being able to clearly explain financial information and terminology to non-technical parties and to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation and with external parties such as auditors. Able to cope with change and conflicting demands, with good personal time management and priority setting, and comfortable working to deadlines. Inspires others to achieve. Learns and shares knowledge. Knowledge, Training and Qualifications if required: Previous experience as an Fiancial Analyst in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage. Previous use of Navision would be an advantage.